Leica SL Gets DxOMarked : Best Performing Leica to Date

DxOMark published their sensor review and test results for the Leica SL Typ 601 full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens camera which is currently priced for $7,450 –Amazon | B&H | Adorama.

Leica SL camera achieved a score of 88 points and beomes the best performing Leica camera in their database.

According to DxOMark test, the full-frame Leica SL realized an excellent score of 25 Bits for color sensitivity, a solid 13.4 EVs dynamic range at base ISO and a good if somewhat lower than expected low-light ISO score of 1821 ISO.

Leica SL Sensor DxOMark Review

Leica SL (Typ 601) vs Sony A7 II vs Nikon D750

Leica SL (Typ 601) vs Leica Q Typ 116 vs Leica M Typ 240

Although the Leica Q’s sensor performance hinted at the direction Leica was taking, the Leica SL sensor improves on that. Such improvement might be only in some small way, but it is quantifiable. With impressive still capability surpassing that of many high-end DSLRs, and with access to Leica’s huge range of top-drawer optics with a range of optional adapters, the Leica SL is a compelling choice, particularly for those who already own a number of Leica lenses. The Leica SL is not cheap, but then engineering at this level never is. Compared with the Leica M, there’s not much in it —indeed, it is even cheaper than a newer M-P at $7950, and that’s before taking into account the extra $570 for the Leica Visoflex EVF2. Given the advantages of the built-in viewfinder for focusing, particularly off-center, the SL may even be the better bet.